1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Buick 40

To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Autobianchi Bianchina 1957 Buick 40
Make Autobianchi Buick
Model Bianchina 40
Year Released 1965 1957
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 479 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 18 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 35 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3110 mm


 

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